What We Do in the Shadows
What We Do in the Shadows

What We Do in the Shadows

2014Movie86 minEnglish

Vampire housemates try to cope with the complexities of modern life and show a newly turned hipster some of the perks of being undead.

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IMDb7.7/10
Rotten Tomatoes96%
Metacritic76/100
Google Users93%
Director: Jemaine Clement, Taika WaititiGenres: Comedy, Horror, Fantasy

Plot Summary

This mockumentary follows the mundane lives of four ancient vampires living together in a modern-day New Zealand suburb. As they navigate the challenges of immortality, they grapple with issues like paying rent, doing chores, and dealing with their own eccentricities. Their nightly routines are disrupted by the arrival of a newly turned vampire and the visit of some old rivals, leading to a series of hilarious and awkward situations.

Critical Reception

What We Do in the Shadows was met with widespread critical acclaim, praised for its sharp wit, unique premise, and brilliant comedic performances. Critics lauded its ability to blend horror tropes with laugh-out-loud absurdity, making it a standout in both the comedy and horror genres. Audiences also embraced its quirky humor and endearing characters.

What Reviewers Say

  • Hilarious and surprisingly heartfelt mockumentary about vampire roommates.
  • A clever and witty subversion of vampire lore with fantastic comedic timing.
  • The deadpan humor and endearing characters make this a must-watch for comedy fans.

Google audience: Google users overwhelmingly loved the film, highlighting its unique humor, clever concept, and the chemistry between the cast. Many found it to be genuinely funny and a refreshing take on vampire stories, with a strong appreciation for the mockumentary style.

Awards & Accolades

Won multiple awards at film festivals including the Audience Award for Best Feature at the Fantasia International Film Festival and the Grand Prize for Best Feature at the Fantasia International Film Festival. Nominated for Best Original Screenplay at the BAFTA Awards.

Fun Fact

The film's title is a direct reference to the 1987 film 'The Lost Boys,' which features a prominent vampire gang called the 'Vampire Clan' in Santa Cruz, California, and their leader is known as 'The Shadow'.

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crastana

crastana

Not the vampires we wanted but the vampires we needed. Say whatever about Taika Waititi, but he is a capable screen writer, director and comedian. It is story about a bunch of vampires in a reality show and their interaction with the mo...
mattwilde123

mattwilde123

'What We Do In The Shadows' is an hilarious mockumentary film by the makers of 'Flight of the Conchords'. The movie is filed with brilliant homages and references to vampire films such as 'The Lost Boys', 'Twilight' and 'Let The Right One I...
Reno

Reno

> The video document of the life of the vampires. A documentary style horror comedy based on the short film of the same name by the same directors. I would say it is an interview with the vampires in the Kiwi style. The film follows a gr...